LOGINThe ridge loomed like a jagged scar against the pale morning sky. Its silhouette tore across the horizon, sharp and merciless, as though the earth itself had been clawed open. The wind was relentless, rushing down from the peaks in icy bursts that rattled the trees below and bit at any strip of exposed skin.
I had been near this place before, but never this high. Never at this hour, when the sun was still dragging itself out from behind the horizon and the shadows stretch
The room was still, and smelled of lilies.The kind of stillness that only came after something wild had passed through it like a storm and left warmth in its wake.Curtains swayed faintly from the open window, letting morning air drift inside. The pale gold light of dawn traced soft lines across tangled sheets, bare skin, and the quiet rise and fall of two steady breaths.Selene lay against Damien’s chest, her cheek resting just above his heart.His arm was wrapped firmly around her waist, holding her there as if the world itself might try to take her if he loosened his grip.They had not slept. Not really.The night had been a blur of whispered names, tangled limbs, soft gasps, laughter against lips, and kisses that never seemed to end. Every time exhaustion threatened to claim them, one breath shared between them had pulled them back into each other again.Now, dawn had come and they were still entwined.
The morning air in Silvermoon carried the soft scent of wild jasmine and damp earth, drifting lazily through the open balcony doors of Veyra’s chamber. Steam curled from the bathing room, and a gentle humming sound floated with it low, melodic, almost haunting.Veyra stood beneath the stream of warm water, eyes half-closed, fingertips gliding slowly along her arm as she traced invisible patterns on her skin. The tune she hummed had no words. It never did. It was something old. Something she had known long before this life, before these schemes, before obsession and rivalry and wolves and thrones. The sound filled the quiet room like silk brushing against stone.A knock sounded, she paused a bit then continued.The door creaked open anyway. A servant stepped inside, bowing immediately, eyes lowered.“My lady forgive me for entering. Alpha Garrick requests your presence at breakfast. He wishes to speak with you.”Veyra’s hummi
Shadowfang PackMorning sunlight filtered softly through the canopy of the large ancient tree, creating dappled patterns across the clearing. The air smelled faintly of pine and earth, warm in the sun but still carrying the coolness of the night before. For the first time in weeks, there were no urgent calls, no alerts, no tension pressing down on the pack. Just peace and quiet.Selene stretched, rolling her shoulders and letting the morning dew tickle her bare feet. She lifted her hands, feeling the faint pull of her power as she extended it outward, the silver shimmer of her energy catching the sunlight. It danced around her fingers, bright and fluid, responding willingly.She exhaled slowly, feeling her muscles relax.Behind her, Damien leaned against the wide trunk of the tree, arms crossed loosely. His amber eyes followed her with warmth.Selene lowered her hands, letting the energy dissipate. She smiled faintly. “That lasted longer than yesterday.”Damien stepped forward, coming
The afternoon sun filtered through the wide canopy of a large ancient tree, its thick branches stretching far enough to cast shade over half the clearing. Beneath it, Damien sat with his back against the trunk, legs stretched out comfortably. Selene rested beside him, leaning into his shoulder, her fingers absently cutting up the leaves in the grass.In front of them, life unfolded gently.Pups tumbled over one another in clumsy play, their laughter ringing through the air as a few older wolves chased them around, pretending to be fierce. Nearby, pack members talked in small groups, relaxed and unguarded.Selene watched it all quietly for a long moment.“I want pups.”Damien blinked recovering from his earlier thoughts. “Huh?”She turned her head to look at him, eyes calm “I said, I want pups.”He exhaled slowly, rubbing a hand over his face before letting out a quiet sigh. “I know,” he said at last. “Me too.”She waited, knowing there was more.“But there are things we still need to
“Do you want to kill Selene?”Veyra’s voice was light, almost idle, as if she were commenting on the weather outside the tall Silvermoon windows.Alpha Garrick froze.His hand tightened around his cup, knuckles whitening as he turned toward her sharply. “What the hell do you mean by that?” he demanded, anger flaring hot and fast.Veyra did not flinch. She did not raise her voice. She simply tilted her head slightly, studying him as though his reaction had been expected. “Answer the question,” she said calmly. “Or I won’t speak further.”The air between them thickened.Garrick inhaled deeply through his nose, jaw working as though grinding down years of restraint. “You don’t get to corner me in my own hall,” he growled.“I already have,” Veyra replied smoothly.Silence stretched. Servants lingered at the edges of the room, heads lowered, bodies tense, sensing the shift in power even if they didn’t understand it.Finally, Garrick exhaled sharply. His voice came out strained, rough aroun
Morning crept gently over Shadow fang.Soft light filtered through the curtains, warming the room in quiet shades of gold. Selene stirred first, blinking slowly as awareness returned to her. For a moment, she simply lay there, listening to the steady rhythm of breathing beside her, to the distant sounds of the pack, to the deep, comforting hum of life beyond the walls.Damien’s arm was draped securely around her waist, his presence solid and familiar. She shifted slightly, careful not to wake him, and allowed herself a small smile. Nights like the one before were rare gifts moments where the world fell silent enough for them to just exist as two people, not Alpha and Luna, not symbols of power, but mates.She turned her head, studying his face in the soft morning light. Even when he was sleeping he looked breathtaking. It made her heart beat fast falling in love with him again and again“You’re staring,” Damien murmured, eyes still closed.Selene laughed softly. “How long were you awa







